Best Gas Mileage Cars You Can Consider Buying Used For Maximum Savings

September 24, 2024 at 3:02 AM

Buying big cars and sedans doesn’t always have to mean single-digit MPG numbers. Here are some of the cars that you can consider buying used and have been EPA-certified for at least 30 MPG Combined

Key Takeaways

Toyota Prius is one of the most reliable both as a new and used car and returns a 55 MPG real-world rating
SUVs with hybrid tech are the ideal choice as they are way more efficient than their gas-only counterparts
Cars on our list range from $17,000-$40,000 price bracket and return a minimum of EPA-certified 30 MPG combined

Before making this list we went to the official EPA website for all the MPG metrics and also searched for the real-life MPG numbers shared by actual car owners from reputed sites like Fuelly. Furthermore, we have used gas-only MPG numbers for all the cars, even hybrids, to provide even more realistic ratings.

Best-used Hatchbacks with Great MPG

2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

2024 Mitsuishi Mirage ,best mpg used cars — Source- Mitsubishi

The Mirage is the most affordable new car you can buy, let alone used. It can accommodate up to five adults and returns an astounding 43 MPG on the highway, as per Mitsubishi. Despite its chump change price tag, the Mirage comes with Automatic headlights, temperature control, Apple Car Play, and Android Auto.

You can also check out the equally fuel-efficient Mirage G4 sedan which only returns 2 MPG less but comes with a lot more space for cargo and passengers. The MIrage hatchback has a Fuelly rated MPG of 37.1

2024 Mitsubishi Mirage ES CVT
Engine	1.2 L Inline 3
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower/Torque	78hp/74lb-ft
MPG (EPA)	39 Combined, 36 City, 43 Highway
Driving Range (EPA)	359 Miles
MSRP	$16,995
Price In the Used Car Market	$5000 onwards

Used Mitsubishi Mirage Deals

Best Used Minivans WIth Great MPG

2024 Toyota Sienna

Setting aside the soccer mom cliche, minivans are a great choice for halting tons of cargo and XL family members. The Toyota Sienna is one of the most economical minivans you can buy right now. The base LE variants come with a 2.5 L Hybrid engine capable of returning 36 MPG across the board and has enough grunt to tow 3500 lb.

Sienna LE also has 8-way power-adjustable seats, a 9-inch infotainment screen with six speakers, and 17-inch wheels as standard. Owners report the real-world mileage to be around 20.1 MPG likely due to heavy loads and all seats occupied

2024 Toyota Sienna LE
Engine	2.5 L Hybrid
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower/Torque	245hp/176lb-ft
MPG (EPA) FWD	36 Combined, 36 City, 36 Highway
MPG EPA AWD	35 Combined, 35 City, 36 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD/AWD	648 Miles/ 630 Miles
MSRP	$37,685
Price In the Used Car Market	$10,000 onwards

Used Toyota Sienna Deals

Best Used Sedans With Great MPG

2024 Toyota Prius

One of the longest and best-selling hybrids of all time just got a refresh and has been amassing praise ever since thanks to sexy styling and even more fuel-efficient powertrain. The base Prius Le comes with 194 hp of combined output and can return 57 MPG! It also has must-haves like heated mirrors, Wireless carplay, a 9-inch display, and an optional park assist.

For a bit more oomph check out the Prius Prime which got a perfect 10/10 rating from Car & Driver and did 60mph in just 6.7 seconds. It has one of the highest-rated real word mileage of 55.2 MPG as per Fuelly.

2024 Toyota Prius LE
Engine	2.0 L Hybrid
Transmission	E-CVT
Horsepower/Torque	194 hp combined/150hp-139lb-ft (engine only)
MPG (EPA) FWD	57 Combined, 56 City, 56 Highway
MPG EPA AWD	54 Combined, 53 City, 54 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD/AWD	644 Miles/ 567 Miles
MSRP	$37,685
Price In the Used Car Market	$12,000 onwards

Used Toyota Prius Deals

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2024 Honda Civic

Looks, Power, Economy, the 2024 Civic has got it all. It can manage an impressive 38 mpg on the highway despite packing 150 horsepower. As standard it comes with LED headlights, Automatic Climate Control, and several active safety features as standard including Collision Braking and Adaptive Cruise Control.

For ultimate savings, you can look at the Honda Civic hybrid which is $4,750 more expensive but pays back in the long term when taking into account the gas savings.

2024 Honda Civic LX
Engine	2.0 L Inline 4
Transmission	E-CVT
Horsepower/Torque	150 horsepower/138lb-ft
MPG (EPA) FWD	34 Combined, 31 City, 38 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD	422 Miles
MSRP	$24,250
Price In the Used Car Market	$8,000 Onwards

Used Honda Civic Deals

Kia K5

K5 has been praised for making sedans great again with its 180 hp engine and eye-catching looks. You can also opt for a 290 hp engine but the 1.6 Liter is way better when it comes to mileage with EPA-rated 31 MPG combined. Standard features include heated an ventilated seats, a wireless charging pad, and a massive sunroof.

Kia K5
Engine	1.6 Turbocharged Inline 4
Transmission	8-speed transmission
Horsepower/Torque	180 horsepower/195 lb-ft
MPG (EPA)	31 Combined, 27 City, 37 Highway
Driving Range (EPA)	490 Miles
MSRP	NA
Price In the Used Car Market	$20,000 Onwards

Used Kia K5 Deals

Best Used SUVs with Great MPG

The SUVs are unavoidable chic that everyone seems to be dying to get their hands on, and what better way to start off the list than with the mighty RAV4?

2024 Toyota RAV4

There is a reason why the RAV4 is one of the best-selling SUVs on sale today. It's practical and efficient and has a rather affordable MSRP of just $28000.As standard it comes with 17-inch steel wheels, LED DRLs, 6-way adjustable seats, and LED Projector headlamps. The RAV4 is powered by a 2.5L engine that can return 30 MPG combined. A driver on Reddit managed an astounding 65 MPG highlighting just go good the RAV4 can be in terms of consumption.

2024 Toyota RAV4
Engine	2.5 L Inline 4
Transmission	8-speed transmission
Horsepower/Torque	203 horsepower/184 lb-ft
MPG (EPA) FWD	30 Combined, 27 City, 35 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD	435 Miles
MSRP	$28,675
Price In the Used Car Market	$14,000-$17,000 Onwards

Used Toyota RAV4 Deals

2025 Kia Sorento

2025 sorento , best mileage used SUVs — Source- KIA

Rated as one of the most efficient three-row SUVs in the market by KBB, the base Sorento Hybrid comes with features like- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Powertrain, 10-way adjustable seats, 12.3-inch Touchscreen Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. A panoramic roof package is also an option.

2024 Kia Sorento EX
Engine	1.6 Inline 4
Transmission	6-speed transmission
Horsepower/Torque	227 horsepower/258 lb-ft (combined)
MPG (EPA) FWD	36 Combined, 36 City, 36 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD	435 Miles
MSRP	$28,675
Price In the Used Car Market	$23,000 Onwards

Used Kia Sorento deals

2024 Volkswagen Taos

The entry-level “S” trim costs less than 24k and packs solid basics like 19-inch wheels, Automatic LED headlights and taillights, and a 1.5 L engine capable of returning 36 MPG on the highway. If you wait a bit the 2025 Taos was just launched and packs an upgraded 174 hp engine and 8-speed automatic transmission.

2024 Volkswagen Taos
Engine	1.5 Inline 4
Transmission	8-speed transmission
Horsepower/Torque	158 horsepower/184 lb-ft (combined)
MPG (EPA) FWD	31 Combined, 28 City, 36 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD	409 Miles
MSRP	$23,995
Price In the Used Car Market	$17,000 Onwards

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Best Used Trucks With Great MPG

2024 Ford Maverick

Trucks and mileage never go well together that's why we could only find one that returns an EPA-rated 37 Combined. Even the non-hybrid version can return 30 MPG on highways, 35.2 if you were to check out Motortrend's test report. The Maverick Hybrid base starts under 28K and comes with essentials like - Apple Carplay, Cruise Control, 17-inch wheels, and a 2.5 L Hybrid engine that can tow up to 2000 pounds.

2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL
Engine	2.5 L Hybrid FWD
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower/Torque	191horsepower/155 lb-ft (combined)
MPG (EPA) FWD	37 Combined, 42 City, 33 Highway
Driving Range (EPA) FWD	511 Miles
MSRP	$23,920
Price In the Used Car Market	$21,000 Onwards